Delcie Adkins

Delcie Mae Adkins, 79, of Greensboro, went to be with the Lord while surrounded by her family Tuesday, November 25, 2008 at her home following an extended illness. She was born September 19, 1929 in Olive Hill, Kentucky the daughter of Noah and Mary Kathreen Keaton.

She had worked in laundry at Henry County Hospital, in dietary at Hancock Regional Hospital, in dietary at Heritage House and at Brooks Canning in Mt. Summit. She had attended North 14th Street Church of God in New Castle. She enjoyed quilting, embroidery, gardening and loved food preservation. She also enjoyed playing checkers and singing. Her little dog, Annie, brought much joy to her life.

Delcie is survived by her husband of 64 years: Rufus Adkins of Greensboro; children: Barbara (husband: Donald, Sr.) Dalton of Greensboro; Marvin (wife: Cindy) Adkins of Knightstown; Larry (wife: Mary) Adkins of Greensboro; Gary Adkins of Monticello, KY; Marlena (husband: Dennis) Adkins of Knightstown; a sister: Sylvia Denney of New Castle; thirteen grandchildren; eighteen great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by a son: Danny Ray Adkins; grandson: Christopher Adkins; great grandson: Charles Adkins; brothers: Joe Keaton and Claude Ray Keaton; sister: Lucille Adkins, and infant sister: Lillian Keaton.

Services will be at 2:00 PM Friday, November 28, 2008 at Hinsey-Brown Funeral Service Knightstown Chapel with Pastor Elwood Evans officiating. Burial will follow in Glen Cove Cemetery. Friends may call from 1-2 PM Friday prior to the service. Online condolences may be made at www.hinsey-brown.com .